2005 Seat Leon vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 182 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Seat Leon (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Seat Leon | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Seat | Simca |
Model | Leon | 1301 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1222 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |